1966 Ford Falcon vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1966 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Falcon (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Falcon weights approximately 389 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Falcon (188 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1966 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Falcon | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 36 L |
